For the 26th day of Pro D2, Aviron Bayonnais receives Bourg-en-Bresse, penultimate in the Pro D2 championship. Just five days from the end of the regular season, the Ciels et Blancs are aiming for nothing less than an improved victory tonight against the Bressans. “It may be pretentious, but yes we must take five points, we need it” says forwards coach Joël Rey. Currently third in the championship, Rowing has the opportunity to pass Oyonnax tonight, their direct opponent in the race for second place synonymous with semi-finals at home.
The Oyomen are only three steps ahead of Bayonne, following their draw last night in Béziers. A victory with the bonus would give the Bayonnais a two-point lead, before a perilous trip next Thursday to Montauban.